On the 35th anniversary of Friant, one of the leading names in the office furniture industry, we have a valuable opportunity to look back and review the inspiring path of growth and innovation of the brand.
From humble beginnings to becoming a nationally recognized company, Friant’s story is not only a success story in commercial office furniture design and manufacturing but also demonstrates an ongoing commitment to quality, customer service, and innovation every step of the way.
Friant Story
We’re all familiar with the story about Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak building a computer in a garage, but what about other entrepreneurs like them that started with nothing more than a few thousand dollars and an idea?
One such legend is a company called Friant.
Friant is a furniture manufacturing company whose products span the full scope of office furnishings, with a custom woodshop in Oakland, California.
Paul Friant started Friant & Associates with a $1,500 loan and headquartered in a rented home, where they would service and install furniture.
His humble beginnings were founded on two simple principles.
Work Hard and Customer Service.
He believed that if a customer had a problem, it was his job to fix it.
Now, Friant is celebrating 35 years of business.
They take pride in offering beautiful offices that are accessible to everyone, never trading quality for price.
They continue to be innovative and work hard for their customers just the same as they did all those years ago.
Now, the company is expected to double its production footprint by opening a state-of-the-art facility inside a new Virginia plant, making it easier for this West Coast company to service its East Coast clients.
Friant Values and Differences
What has distinguished Friant over its 35 years in the office furniture industry is its commitment to the values that have been at the forefront of its work since the beginning.
Maintaining quality without increasing prices is one of the company’s key principles, ensuring that customers always benefit from durable and cost-effective products.
In addition, the Friant team believes that real after-sales service, meaning solving customer problems, is our duty, not an added bonus; an approach that has built long-term trust and loyalty.
Also, a focus on custom design and a spirit of continuous innovation have made it possible to equip any work environment with flexible, modern, and efficient solutions.
The result of this combination is creating a different experience for customers that goes beyond a simple product and creates real value in their work and daily lives.
As an Authorized dealer for Friant cubicle systems., ROSI Office Systems Inc. would like to congratulate Friant on its continued success.
We applaud their efforts in providing customer service at the highest levels. You can view Friant cubicle systems on our website or contact us for a free consultation for all of your office design needs
John Ofield is a recognized expert in the office furniture and office cubicle industry in Houston, TX, with over 40 years of experience. As the founder of ROSI Office Systems, he specializes in furniture space planning, custom cubicle designs, modern office chairs and tables, and high-quality commercial furniture. John’s expertise helps businesses enhance productivity and collaboration. He is also dedicated to mentoring entrepreneurs and redefining workspaces to inspire success.